Dogs Training Series – Signs of Ill Health
Dogs can overact when they feel ill or when they’re just not happy. They’ll mope and lie around, looking at you for sympathy. The moment you grab the leash or pick up his favourite toy, his attitude will change drastically. This makes it difficult to know when the dog is actually ill.
There are some signs that are sure a sure giveaway.
1. Nasal discharge. This signals that your dog is suffering some nasal congestion. If it’s a thick discharge, the dog might have pneumonia. You might notice the dog is having trouble breathing or is wheezing.
2. Vomiting. While dogs will vomit for no apparent reason, there are times when it’s serious. Some dogs will eat grass to throw up, although they’ll also eat grass when they don’t feel ill. The grass will cause sufficient irritation to allow the dog to get rid of things like fur balls or small foreign objects in their stomachs. If the vomiting is consistently and violently, believe it to be a sign of serious ill health.
3. Scratching. Dogs will scratch flea bites or because their skin is dry. It can even indicate that they’ve parasites such as ticks and lice on the skin. Dry skin can mean that the dog is dehydrated and possibly suffering a more serious illness.
4. Diarrhea. At times, dogs can have a reaction to a particular can of food or from something else they’ve swallowed. If the diarrhea clears itself in a day, chances are it was a temporary condition. If it persists, however, it can mean that your dog has a bowel disorder such as a blockage or internal parasites. Observe the dog to check for limping, a reluctance to walk or refusing food. Any one of these can indicate that your dog might have a renal disorder, like nephritis.
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